This instructional program was recommended by the Academic Senate
in its meeting of May 15, 1986, and received the concurrence of the
President on July 18, 1986.

Subject: MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION OPTION IN URBAN AFFAIRS

The purpose of the Option in Urban Affairs within the Master of
Public Administration degree is to provide students with particular
interests in urban problems and processes the opportunity to expand
their knowledge and awareness in the field. In this broadly based
interdisciplinary program, students can develop an understanding
of the systemic nature of the urban environment and the interrelatedness
of many urban problems. The program is designed to provide urban
managers with ideas and techniques for dealing with various urban
situations.

Admission Requirements

1. An undergraduate degree in Public Administration or a related
field which would provide equivalent preparation for graduate study
in Public Administration and an interest in urban affairs.

2. Acceptance by C.S.U.L.B. as a post-baccalaureate student.

3. An undergraduate grade point average of 2.75 or better. A student
whose overall undergraduate grade point average is less than 2.75
but who presents acceptable evidence of professional potential shown
through recent academic performance or experiential background,
may be admitted by special action of the Graduate Center for Public
Policy and Administration.

4. Approval of the Dean of the Center for Public Policy and Administration.

Requirements for the Master of Public Administration Degree Option
in Urban Affairs (code 7-9551).

1. A minimum of 36 semester units in graduate course work with a
minimum of 24 units of 500/600 level courses in public policy and
administration.